Magaly Mendoza

SUS 304 Fall 25

POINTS TOTAL

0 TODAY
0 THIS WEEK
251 TOTAL

participant impact

UP TO

9.0

meatless or vegan meals

consumed
UP TO

2.0

lightbulbs

replaced
UP TO

25

plastic bottles

not sent to the landfill
UP TO

66

gallons of water

have been saved
UP TO

13

random acts of kindness

completed
UP TO

22

individuals

recognized
UP TO

180

minutes

spent outdoors

Magaly's actions

Community

Volunteer in My Community

I will volunteer 6 hours in my community during the challenge.

UNCOMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Transportation

Car Share with Neighbors or a Service

I will sign up for a car-sharing service or organize car sharing with my neighbors, to cut down on the number of vehicles on the road.

UNCOMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Waste

Use a Reusable Water Bottle

I will keep 5 disposable plastic bottles from entering the waste stream by using a reusable water bottle.

COMPLETED 6
DAILY ACTIONS

Food

Enjoy a Meatless Meal

Producing 1 kg of beef emits as much greenhouse gas as driving 150 miles, meanwhile, 1 kg of veggies or grains leaves a much lighter footprint! This week, I’ll shrink my climate impact by having 2 meatless meals and/or 1 vegan meals each day.

COMPLETED 5
DAILY ACTIONS

Health

Express Gratitude and Random Acts of Kindness

Small acts of kindness and gratitude can brighten someone's day and create a positive ripple effect. I will express gratitude to 3 people or perform 1 random acts of kindness to spread joy and connection.

COMPLETED 5
DAILY ACTIONS

Water

Take 5-Minute Showers

I will save up to 6 gallons (23 L) of water each day by taking 5-minute showers.

COMPLETED 11
DAILY ACTIONS

Energy

Choose LED Bulbs

I will replace 2 incandescent lightbulbs with Energy Star-certified LED bulbs, saving up to $14 per fixture per year.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Nature

Explore a New Trail or Nature Walk

I will explore at least one new hiking trail or nature walk in my area.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Participant Feed

REFLECTION QUESTION
Water

What did you notice about your habits or routines when limiting your showers to five minutes? What changes — if any — do you think you’ll continue long-term?
Magaly Mendoza 10/13/2025 9:44 PM
When limiting my showers to five minutes, it felt weird, but taking a 5-minute shower at least 3 times during the week helped me save a bit more water, and I felt better about myself. I will make this change moving forward because it just helped me make a greater impact without putting too much effort into it.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Waste

While water bottles are needed for health and safety in certain places, we can do more to reduce the unnecessary use of them. What are the barriers to you using reusable bottles and tap water instead of bottled water? How could you make this a permanent habit?
Magaly Mendoza 10/13/2025 9:42 PM
I think it's mainly the cleanliness of the environment and the way someone was taught or the habits they are used to. I could make it more of a habit to use a reusable water bottle by making sure I always have it ready to just grab, that way I'm more reluctant to grab a plastic bottled water.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Health

How does/can practicing gratitude keep you centered and motivated to work for a better world?
Magaly Mendoza 10/13/2025 9:36 PM
I think it just helps us see things with more of an open mind and acknowledge other feelings or perspectives. It also makes us take into consideration all of the issues that impact those we keep close

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Food

How was your experience intentionally trying to eat less meat?
Magaly Mendoza 10/06/2025 9:17 PM
I was not able to complete the goal because I actually do need to have at least of piece of protein in my meals.

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